- 1910
A SMALL JADEITE QUAIL-FORM BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 HKD
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Description
well modelled as a standing quail supported on the taloned feet, facing forward and wings folded around the sides with well-defined feathers, the upper half forming the cover fitted along the scalloped edges on the box, the stone of mottled apple-green tone, fitted stand
Condition
The bird box and cover is well modelled and in overall good condition. The box is of slightly darker green in colour, and might be matched. The tip of the back claw of the left foot lost; and minute nicks to edges, light brown and white veining inherent to the stone.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
It is usual to find jade carvings of bird modelled in standing position as the form requires extra raw material to be carved away. See a similarly modelled white jade box and cover sold at Christies Hong Kong, 30th April, 2000, lot 572.